https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 04 May 2026 03:50:37 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1343462 Sat, 30 Aug 2014 21:20:23 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1343462@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>misapb</b>, thank you for your thoughts and ideas. I hadn't thought of the platform sandals for the gray-blue outfit. Great idea! I held up dark and light tops with the skirt and couldn't land on a color to pair with it, so ended up going the tonal route. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1343454 Sat, 30 Aug 2014 21:10:43 +0000 misapb 1343454@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOVE the skirt, but I think and more contracting topper (black? white?) would allow the structure of the skirt stand out. &nbsp;And I'm jealous how fab you look in knee-length shorts. &nbsp;#3 sends a cool vibe (would like to see it with the shoes in #9). &nbsp;Love 9-10 as well - nice movement of fabric while still highlighting your shape. &nbsp;All of the the outfits are understated but nicely curated and flattering. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1343371 Sat, 30 Aug 2014 19:14:11 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1343371@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the ideas, Day Vies! You're right, these outfits don't feature my usual prints and bit of metallic. I just picked up some inspiration from Angie's ensemble post yesterday, but I should go try to use Pinterest and my past outfits, too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1343330 Sat, 30 Aug 2014 18:21:55 +0000 Day Vies 1343330@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it might be an end of the season deal. Needing a trim can't be helpful either. I like all of these outfits -- each is strong on its own and is worthy of repeating (#1 and #12 are my favorites). <br />When I consider your outfits in light of your admission that you're feeling less than inspired I can't help but notice that none of the prints are memorable in a distinctive way, and the shine factor is pretty low. It seems that you are choosing outfits that reflect your state of mind. I think you need design inspiration. I usually find it on my pinterest board, looking at the latest and greatest looks, or reviewing some of my old favorites. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1343027 Sat, 30 Aug 2014 02:54:33 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1343027@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, you all are so understanding about the bit of funk at this time of season--and how much our hair can impact our feelings about style. </p> <p><b>Jackie</b>, thanks! I've had that cardigan for a while, and I do love the colors.&nbsp; </p> <p><b>Sara,</b> I appreciate your thoughts and your admiration of the outfit with the new tank top. </p> <p><b>Lisa</b>, I think my summer wardrobe is a little haphazard right now. It's usually not much of a season here! Which makes me think: I could congratulate myself for not overbuying for summer. I had to make a conscious effort not to keep buying shorts when I moved here. And sandals! Thanks for your compliments. The skirt is from a pattern; I usually don't make my own, though I do often make some style variations. </p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1342545 Fri, 29 Aug 2014 14:51:58 +0000 Anonymous 1342545@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sharan - in no particular order: </p> <p>&nbsp;I too am going crazy waiting for my hair appointment next Wednesday- to the point where I feel like not even bothering to style it, or me, because it doesn't do anything. I get it &nbsp;</p> <p>The asymmetrical skirt is fantastic - unique, very flattering, and perfectly fitted.I'd definitely make it again if I were you. I like this colour - but try something else - this is a dandy. &nbsp;(btw - do you make your own patterns or use commercial ones?)</p> <p>I don't think you look like you are uninspired in your dressing at all here - these outfits are all well thought out and beautifully presented, as always. &nbsp;Maybe it's just the repeat of certain colours too, that's bringing on the funk. &nbsp;</p> <p>I'm in a style funk too - but for different reasons: &nbsp;I'm totally uninterested in my summer wardrobe - never really had a cohesive one- and wish fall would happen - but it still keeps vacillating between hot and chilly here. Crazy time of year. &nbsp;Hang in there - fall is coming soon enough :)</p> <p>&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1342537 Fri, 29 Aug 2014 14:40:01 +0000 Sara L. 1342537@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think being in need of a hair cut can definitely contribute to some style funk.&nbsp; Also the end of the season can be a problem too.&nbsp; I start getting sick of my clothes at the end of every season.&nbsp; I think these are great outfits though.&nbsp; I really like that skirt in #1 but I have to admit I have trouble with that color also.&nbsp; I also really like #9/10 and the last outfit without the cardigan and with sandals. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1342527 Fri, 29 Aug 2014 14:33:48 +0000 jackiec 1342527@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hear you on the funk. And I desperately need a hair trim too (not say you look like you need it - but it sure can put a damper on things right?). I like all of your outfits, as usual &nbsp;I especially love how when you throw on that cardigan in #5 it absolutely lights up your face. Really - that's all I noticed! Fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1342524 Fri, 29 Aug 2014 14:32:56 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1342524@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh yes! I'm thinking about how I might wear red and orange today. I have dark red shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1342520 Fri, 29 Aug 2014 14:30:39 +0000 Angie 1342520@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aida and Sharan - did you welcome our Fall weather this morning? Booties and jackets here we come.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1342443 Fri, 29 Aug 2014 12:57:41 +0000 LAR101 1342443@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Personally, &nbsp;I LOVE, really love, really really love&nbsp;the style of all&nbsp;these outfits, &nbsp;but then again&nbsp;right now I am particularly drawn to the elegance of simple and&nbsp;understated. &nbsp;Perhaps your mood this week is wanting more drama. &nbsp;In general, &nbsp;I &nbsp;think&nbsp;understated outfits&nbsp;make a great background for fantastic/trendy/arty/strong/beautiful+subtle accessories: &nbsp;bags, shoes, jewelry, glasses, scarves, belt&nbsp;etc. &nbsp;I might play there to see if you can find an effect more to your liking. &nbsp;Do share if you do play.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1342264 Fri, 29 Aug 2014 02:46:29 +0000 Jaime 1342264@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Now obviously I love your hair but I do think your feeling is hair related - or at least I get that way when I feel I need a trim even if no one else is paying attention! Regardless these outfits look terrific. My favorites are #4,#8 or #9 on first impression. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1342221 Fri, 29 Aug 2014 02:01:59 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1342221@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, <b>Aida</b>! I'll try black with that skirt--good idea. (I don' t have anything rust. Maybe a wine red. . . .)<br />I did go out of the house in the last gray shorts and top outfit with the cream sandals with the rings on them, and I left off the cardigan. But I took a stone colored hemp jacket with a hood, and I'm glad I did--the A/C was <i>frrrrreezing</i> in the store I went into! <br />Now, off to make a hair appointment!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1342151 Fri, 29 Aug 2014 00:15:55 +0000 Aida 1342151@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm 100% with you on the hair theory; bad hair, bad mood -_- Re funks otherwise, I think Angie's right that most of us ran out of summer clothing this year! I enjoyed it but did find this week that I was ready for a change. I'm giving my favorite summer items a wear or two more but pairing with more autumnal pieces, or at least styling in a darker/moodier way. It's a great way to stay cool with the last of the heat yet feel like I'm moving forward.</p> <p>The skirt in #1-3 is really cool! Perfectly styled here. What about pairing with black and rust for a really moody look? #4/5 looks great for a casual day, I particularly like it with the cardigan for the added lightness. Agree with Angie that #7/8 looks a little more classic and a little less arty than what I'm used to seeing on you. LOVE #9/10 on you! For the last gray, I vote no cardigan (we've got plenty of time for those coming soon ) and the light sandals in the second photo. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1342034 Thu, 28 Aug 2014 21:45:37 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1342034@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Shedev</b>, good to hear I'm not the only one! Maybe we're ready for fall.</p> <p><b>Neel</b>, thanks for your kind words and letting me know these are some of your favorites! You never know. It must be more of a mindset with me right now.</p> <p><b>Kelly</b>, you are a gem. Thanks for pointing out the details that I might not think about!</p> <p><b>Angie</b>, it's so sweet of you to go down the list of outfits, too. I appreciate your eye and your wisdom. I do think I've run out of summer clothes--ha ha! I'm not used to repeating so much, or having laundry bottlenecks, in summer! Thanks for your thoughts on the gray outfit--I'll wear your version out of the house this afternoon. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1342021 Thu, 28 Aug 2014 21:30:52 +0000 Angie 1342021@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I echo what Kelly said. Your bar is high for style funk. xo</p> <p>#1 is absolutely gorgeous. WOW. Arty. Elegant. Understated.&nbsp;</p> <p>#4 (and #5)&nbsp;is a great ultra casual Summer Seattle look - nice hot weather we've had.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>#9 is divine. How fun to see you in that shade of green with a a pencil skirt and cage heels.&nbsp;</p> <p>#7 (and #8)&nbsp;is a little more conservative for your style - but there is nothing wrong with the outfit.&nbsp;</p> <p>I like #12 without the grandpa cardi, and with the high vamped sandals.&nbsp;</p> <p>I don't think Seattleites are used to having a glorious warm to hot&nbsp;Summer - and most of us ran out of clothes because mild and&nbsp;cold weather rules around here. That might be part of it. So I guess - roll on Fall.&nbsp;</p> <p>Your hair looks beautiful, Sharan. But I get that <b><i>you</i></b> desperately want a trim.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1341981 Thu, 28 Aug 2014 20:55:12 +0000 kellygirl 1341981@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Uh, I think your bar might be set too high! I think these are great casual looks. They may not be as "arty" but they all look fab. LOVE the asymmetric skirt. I really like the simplicity of that one--it lets the skirt be the focus. SO cool. I love how you can turn a basic outfit into something interesting just by adding one of your "fun" pieces--like the sweater in 5, water color top in 7, lace detailing in 9 or fun geometric print in the last outfit. You look fab in all of these. Great set! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1341963 Thu, 28 Aug 2014 20:46:20 +0000 Neel 1341963@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What funk?! :). You look lovely and you have put together outfits that are probably my favorite ever that I have seen you in! 1, 5, 8,9 are my absolute favorites! 5 being super chic!</p> <p>But I totally understand where you are coming from. Bad hair days can make me feel down no matter what I wear (you could read all about it in my Bunch of Blahs post!). So get that hair appointment soon. Although I see nothing wrong with it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1341905 Thu, 28 Aug 2014 20:12:33 +0000 shedev 1341905@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm feeling a little end of season funk. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-outfits-less-than-inspired#post-1341811 Thu, 28 Aug 2014 18:13:45 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1341811@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here are some outfits from this week. None are making me super happy. I'm in kind of a style funk this week. Not to be confused with a funky style. It's about time to get my hair trimmed, and that may be why I'm feeling less inspired lately. </p> <p>Monday's work outfit (1-3): gray-blue linen asymmetrical faux-wrap skirt (made by me); chambray blue ribbed tank (Eddie Bauer); gray-blue 3/4-sleeved cardigan (J.Jill); metallic cap-toe ballet flats (AGL); taupe hobo bag (Aunts &amp; Uncles). This skirt was my tryout of a pattern; I do like it enough to make it again, in a fabric that I like better. I like the linen; I'm just not crazy about the color, which I find hard to style. I'm wearing it here with an old J.Jill cardi. </p> <p>Tuesday's outfit for day off and piano lesson (4-6): taupe tee (Caslon); rolled cutoff shorts (Lucky); khaki web belt (Eddie Bauer); fuchsia-navy-olive on cream falling vines cardigan (Nic &amp; Zoe); cream multi-strap cork-soled sandals (Haflinger); leather wrap bracelet with silver and brass beads (Lucky); brown stone necklace (gift). This outfit felt comfortable but lackluster. I wore it out shopping and thought I might look a little <i>too</i> effortless (i.e., without the chic part--LOL).</p> <p>Wednesday's outfit for morning off and breakfast out (7-8): gray chino shorts (Eddie Bauer); black and aqua wallpaper print tee (made by me); silvery belt with rhinestones and studs (Calvin Klein); denim jacket (AG, Robyn); hobo bag (Aunts &amp; Uncles); black ankle strap sandals (Dansko). These sandals are ancient and not in style, but I keep them because I love them. They seem a little less out of style lately than in the last few years, so I dragged them out for part of a day. </p> <p>Wednesday's outfit for teaching sewing in the afternoon (9-10): green swing tank top with contrast yoke (made by me); denim skirt with layered front (Tribal); gray platform sandals (DV by Dolce Vita).</p> <p>Thursday's outfit for a day off (11-13): gray chino shorts (Eddie Bauer); gray, blue, and white block print tee (Nally &amp; Millie); light gray long cardigan (Halogen); footwear indecision: cream multi-strap cork-soled sandals (Haflinger); cream platform sandals (Naot); taupe lace-up sandals (P. Monjo); metallic suede high-top sneakers (Paul Green); gray low-top leather sneakers (Josef Seibel, Caspian). </p> <p>Anyone else in a style funk lately? Is it an end of season thing? Or does my hair theory make sense--in need of a hair trim, so I can't get enthused about dressing either? In any case, I'm not exactly worried. I managed to get clothes on myself and I'm pretty sure my style spark will return.</p> <p>Thanks for looking! I welcome your thoughts and suggestions.</p>